SDCC 09: Good Charlotte Guitarist Creating Comic

Good Charlotte guitarist Billy Martin is teaming with IDW to create Vitriol the Hunter, a new comic book series co-written by Brent Allen and featuring Martin on interior art.

The series is described as a futuristic vigilante tale of a vigilante which draws on folklore and old monster myths, while twisting them into a macabre-style story reminiscent of classic horror movies.

The action centers around the title character who embarks on a quest to save his city, Basilika, from the monsters led by a brutal tyrant vampire. On his journey Vitriol encounters government-bred werewolves, hordes of hellions and other walking myths.

"I grew up always thinking I'd draw comic books for a living. I'm grateful for the success I've had as a musician, but this really feels like fulfilling a dream for me," says Martin. "I truly love drawing and can't wait for people to see this book."

Fans can get their first look at Martin's art and the characters in the series at Comic-Con, where both Martin and Allen will be signing t-shirts and promo cards at IDW's booth, #1705.